TO THE POINTWhat's New? Plop the M3's powerful inline six, a hydraulic rather than electric steering system, a revised suspension, and styling tweaks both functional and decorative into the BMW Z4, and the result is the excellent new M Roadster. Selling Points: Tons of torque, macho looks, impressive handling Deal Breakers: High price, lacks refinement, only a tick faster than a stock Z4
Inside and outside, our BMW M Roadster exhibited excellent build quality. Gaps between exterior panels were tight as were the transitions between the aluminum dash trim and soft touch surfaces on the inside of the car. Knobs and switches felt solid and tight, too. When paying just north of $56,000 you expect quality construction and on the M Roadster you get it.